Erbil: The US military is withdrawing Patriot missile systems from Erbil in the Kurdistan Region, marking a significant shift in its strategic deployment in the area. The decision is part of a broader redeployment of US forces and equipment across the region.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, a US military official confirmed that Central Command is actively redeploying forces and equipment to different locations to support its assigned missions. The official emphasized that operational security concerns prevent the disclosure of specific details regarding these movements.

The confirmation of the withdrawal follows growing inquiries about the status of the Patriot systems in Erbil, as well as the future of air defense systems and aircraft that have recently been involved in countering missile threats in the region.